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DDX 518L

1973 Land Rover 88

Blue Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,055 mi
Last recorded98,055 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 Land Rover 8854,010 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDX 518L
MakeLand Rover
Model88
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2017 98,055 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2016 97,872 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 97,852 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 97,719 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 97,447 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 10 Nov 2007 97,286 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 96,984 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 88?

Based on 159,893 MOT tests across 17,464 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
17,464
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 11,810
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,518
Stop lamp not working 6,823
position lamp(s) not working 5,297
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 4,631
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DDX 518L is a 1973 Land Rover 88 in Blue with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Land Rover 88 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 54,010 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 88 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 11,810 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DDX 518L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 88 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 53 years old, this Land Rover 88 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DDX 518L?

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What year was DDX 518L registered?

DDX 518L is a 1973 Land Rover 88, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is DDX 518L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDX 518L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DDX 518L have outstanding finance?

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